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Entry Level Traffic Engineer

JMT

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Job Description Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position summary: Responsible for engineering traffic studies using knowledge of general engineering principles and practices to interpret, organize, execute and coordinate assignments with limited supervision. Acts as a technical advisor to less experienced engineers.

Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification. Essential Functions And Responsibilities

  • Perform field observation and collect traffic data.
  • Learn and become proficient in performing traffic analysis utilizing traffic software such as HCS and Synchro
  • Conduct safety evaluations and crash assessments.
  • Develop solutions to mitigate traffic deficiencies
  • Assist in the preparation of conceptual layouts depicting recommended improvements
  • Prepare technical memorandums and reports associated with large and medium scale traffic studies
  • Learn traffic control devices design that include signing, markings, signals, lighting, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) using CAD software
  • Coordinate with internal team members to ensure project completion by the defined deadline and established quality
  • Strong technical writing and analytical skills

Nonessential Functions And Responsibilities

  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Written and communication skills

Required Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an ABET accredited engineering program
  • 0-5 years of experience
  • Proficient in traffic analysis software such as HCS and Synchro
  • Familiar with Highway Capacity Manual and ITE Trip Generation Manual

Preferred Experience

  • EIT or PE License
  • Familiar with MUTCD, AASHTO, and Highway Safety Manual

Working Conditions Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25lbs) may be required as needed.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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